© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Thaler - John Casimir
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | John Casimir (1578-1591) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1578-1579 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#94171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield of 4-fold arms of Pfalz and Bavaria within diamond ring, crossed laurel and palm branches behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CO / NSTANTER+ / ET+SINCERE / +1578+
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from John Casimir's reign (1578-1579) was used as a means of payment for the troops during the Dutch Revolt, which was a conflict between the Dutch provinces and the Spanish Empire. The coin was minted in the Electors of the Palatinate, a region in the German States, and was made of silver. This coin played a significant role in the economic and political history of the region during that time.
